A Rail Experience Built Around the Night Sky
Norway has introduced a groundbreaking panoramic night train created specifically to transform the experience of watching the Northern Lights. The new service, announced this week by the country’s national rail authorities, features fully glazed walls and ceilings, allowing passengers an uninterrupted 180-degree view of the Arctic sky as they travel through some of Scandinavia’s darkest, most aurora-rich regions.
Design That Puts the Aurora First
Engineered with aurora hunters in mind, the train is equipped with reclining, sky-facing seats that tilt back to offer a comfortable, theatre-like experience of the night sky. Every carriage uses low-impact, soft-spectrum lighting designed to preserve passengers’ night vision — ensuring the faintest glimmers of green, pink, or violet remain visible.
Sustainable Technology Meets Spectacle
Rail designers say the train merges sustainability with spectacle. Built with energy-efficient systems and lightweight materials, it aims to minimise environmental impact while offering one of the world’s most immersive stargazing journeys.
Launching During Peak Aurora Months
The route, which is set to open to travellers soon, will operate during peak aurora months when geomagnetic activity is at its highest. Tourism experts expect the service to attract travellers from around the world looking for a quieter, more contemplative alternative to traditional aurora tours.
A New Era for Scenic Rail Travel
With panoramic glazing, thoughtful lighting, and a sky-first seating layout, Norway’s new night train marks a bold step in reimagining scenic rail travel — turning the Northern Lights into a moving, all-night performance.
